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Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Guide Builds Best Items and Moveset

The best guide on how to play Talonflame in Pokemon UNITE for Nintendo Switch and Mobile. Check here for the best builds, Held and Battle items, movesets, as well as the latest nerfs, buffs, counters, and more!

Talonflame Latest Nerfs & Buffs (11/13)

Version 1.12.1.6 Patch Notes

Talonflame Changes (November 13)
Stat Buff • Attack stat changed from 200 ~ 680 to 200 ~ 710 (Level 1 ~ 15)
Aerial Ace Image
Aerial Ace
• Damage increased by 15%.
Aerial Ace Image
Aerial Ace
+
• Damage increased by 15%.

Talonflame Stat Buffs

Lvl Standard Attack
5 227 → 265
(+17%)
10 373 → 429
(+15%)
15 623 → 710
(+14%)

Stat Updates

1.2.1.3 Attack increased.
1.12.1.6 Attack stat changed from 200 ~ 680 to 200 ~ 710 (Level 1 ~ 15)

Acrobatics

1.1.1.4 Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased from 1491 to 2253 (+51%).

Aerial Ace

1.4.1.3 Changed to Has the user fly at the designated opposing Pokemon, dealing damage. When this move hits, it restores a certain amount of the user's HP. Also makes the user's next basic attack a boosted attack.
1.3.1.2 Cooldown reduced.
1.1.1.4 Aerial Ace: Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased from 462 to 621 (+34%). Aerial Ace+: Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased from 1034 to 1235 (+19%).
1.4.1.2 Added the effect of recovering HP on hit (Lvl 7: +175 / Lvl 15: +385). Adjusted the operation.
1.12.1.6 Damage increased by 15%. Aerial Ace +: Damage increased by 15%.

Brave Bird

1.5.1.2 Damage decreased from 2800 to 2618 (-7%). Cooldown decreased from 87s to 100s.
1.9.1.2 Cooldown decreased from 10s to 8.5s.
1.11.1.8 Damage increased by 10%.

Fly

1.3.1.2 User effect weakened.
1.2.1.3 Cooldown reduced. Aerial movement speed increase strengthened.
1.1.1.4 Damage dealt to opposing Pokemon increased from 2325 to 2974 (+28%).
1.4.1.2 Cooldown is reduced when hitting an enemy Pokemon by 4s. Damage reduced from 2974 to 2709 (-9%). Cooldown increased from 9s to 10s.

Flame Charge

1.12.1.4 Fixed a bug that prevented Talonflame from being able to go through thin walls.

Flame Sweep

1.2.1.3 Unite Move charge rate increased.
1.5.1.2 Damage decreased from 3370 to 3016 (-11%)

Gale Wings

1.2.1.8 Fixed a bug where the effect is not activated when returning after being KO'd.

Talonflame Basic Info

Talonflame
Talonflame.jpg
Tier Rating: B Rank Icon

Role: Speedster
Attack Type: Melee
Damage Type: Physical
Difficulty: Novice
Cost:
"Talonflame toys with the opposing team by using its moves to quickly maneuver itself and fly over obstacles."

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Talonflame Best Lanes

Top Icon.pngTop Jungle Icon.pngJungle Bot Icon.pngBottom
1 Star.png
5 Stars.png
2 Stars.png

Tips & Strategies for Every Lane

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths Weaknesses
✔︎ High Burst Damage.
✔︎ Moveset allows you to pass through obstacles.
✖︎ Extremely fragile.
✖︎ Highly susceptible to getting knocked down if moves miss.

Best Builds for Talonflame

Talonflame Builds
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Burst Build

Burst Build
Pokemon UNITE - Best Build Icon
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Attack: +57
Critical-Hit Rate: +2.10%
Movement Speed: +150
Pokemon UNITE - Jungle Recommendation Yes Jungle
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
Attack
Critical-Hit Rate
Free Negative Stats:
Sp. Atk
Defense
Sp. Def
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Burst Build Explanation

This build focuses on maximizing Talonflame's burst damage. By default, Fly and Aerial Ace will be Talonflame's moveset but any move combination can work.

  • Razor Claw adds burst damage to Talonflame's attacks after it uses a move.
  • Attack Weight provides a large amount Attack stat, increasing Talonflame's overall damage output.
  • Float Stone improves Talonflame's mobility through increased movement speed. It also gives a decent amount of Attack stat for more damage.
  • Eject Button gives Talonflame more mobility on top of Fly or Brave Bird.
  • X Speed can be a substitute item to serve the same purpose.
  • Shedinja Doll can also work with the build, allowing Talonflame to buy some time for its moves to cooldown while avoiding all damage.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Brown Emblems for more damage and 6 White Emblems additional HP. This can be achieved by having at least two (2) Emblems that are both Brown and White.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Attack or Critical-hit Rate to further improve Talonflame's damage.
  • Sp. Atk., Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Burst Build Damage Test

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Fly
(@ Lvl 15)
Brave Bird
(@ Lvl 15)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Critical-Hit
(@ Lvl 15)
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
+
Float Stone
2994
3209
1235
2045

Since the build is centered burst damage, equipping items that will maximize Talonflame's move and attack damage is the ideal item combination.

Out of all the item combinations, Razor Claw, Attack Weight, and Float Stone will be the best for the build. The item combination had the highest move damage results with considerable attack damage output.


The damage tests are conducted using the Training Dummy in Practice Mode. The results are taken from the Total Damage data.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(@Lvl 30)
Fly
(@ Lvl 15)
Brave Bird
(@ Lvl 15)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Critical-Hit
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band
+
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
+
Scope Lens
2775
2958
1446
2775
Muscle Band
+
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
2974
3186
1581
2382
Muscle Band
+
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
+
Float Stone
2828
3019
1482
2217
Muscle Band
+
Scope Lens
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
2941
3148
1146
2615
Muscle Band
+
Scope Lens
+
Float Stone
2795
2981
1080
2426
Muscle Band
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
+
Float Stone
2994
3209
1170
1980
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
+
Scope Lens
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
2941
3148
1199
2668
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
+
Scope Lens
+
Float Stone
2795
2981
1100
2446
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
+
Float Stone
2994
3209
1235
2045
Scope Lens
(Includes effect)
+
Attack Weight
(6 stacks)
+
Float Stone
2960
3171
795
2281

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Scorer Build

Scorer Build
Moveset Held Items
Battle Item
Item Effects
(at Level 30)
Recommended Lane
Attack: +42
Movement Speed: +150
HP: +450
Pokemon UNITE - Top Lane Recommendation Yes Top Lane
Pokemon UNITE - Bot Lane Recommendation Yes Bot Lane
Emblem Color Combination Target Emblem Stats
Positive Stats:
Attack
Movement Speed
Free Negative Stats:
Sp. Atk
Defense
Sp. Def
Note:
The emblem color and stats here are suggestions only. The builds are still viable even without the suggested emblems.

Scorer Build Explanation

This build is centered on using Fly and Flame Charge to aggressively score throughout the game. Although Talonflame will focus on scoring, the Pokemon should still help its allies during teamfights to ensure a win. It's best to use this build in the top or bottom lane to allow Talonflame to score as early as possible.

  • Attack Weight improves Talonflame's overall damage output, allowing it to farm points faster as well as maintain a decent amount of burst damage for teamfights.
  • Float Stone allows Talonflame to roam the map faster to score points. It also provides a decent amount of Attack stat for extra damage.
  • Score Shield makes scoring for Talonflame safer by granting it a shield while scoring. It also boosts the Pokemon's HP for extra durability.
  • Focus Band can be a great replacement for Score Shield, improving Talonflame's overall durability in exchange for scoring safety.
  • Goal-Getter helps Talonflame score faster, especially when the Pokemon is carrying a lot of points and during the last few minutes of the game.
  • The build's Boost Emblem loadout should consist of 6 Brown Emblems for more damage and 6 White Emblems additional HP. This can be achieved by having at least two (2) Emblems that are both Brown and White.
  • Equip Emblems that improve Attack or Movement Speed to further improve Talonflame's damage or mobility.
  • Sp. Atk., Sp. Def., and Defense can be freely traded for the other stats.

Scorer Build Damage Test

Items
(@Lvl 30)
Fly
(@ Lvl 15)
Flame Charge
(@ Lvl 15)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Critical-Hit
(@ Lvl 15)
Float Stone 2960
1378
795
1590

Since the build is centered on scoring, equipping items that will allow Talonflame to farm points and roam the map faster is the ideal item combination. Attack Weight and Score Shield are core items for the build, leaving only one (1) item left for consideration.

Out of all the items tested, Float Stone will be the best for the build. The item's movement speed bonus and effect helps Talonflame roam the map faster to score points. It also gives a decent amount of Attack stat for extra damage.

As for alternatives, Focus Band can be equipped instead of Score Shield for better overall durability.


The damage tests are conducted using the Training Dummy in Practice Mode. The results are taken from the Total Damage data.

Note:
The numbers in bold are the highest result for a specific test.
Items
(@Lvl 30)
Fly
(@ Lvl 15)
Flame Charge
(@ Lvl 15)
Standard Attack
(@ Lvl 15)
Critical-Hit
(@ Lvl 15)
Muscle Band 2941
1369
1146
1932
Razor Claw
(Includes effect)
2941
1369
1199
1985
Scope Lens 2907
1353
771
2212
Float Stone 2960
1378
795
1590

The tests above does not use any Emblems yet so it will scale higher if equipped.

Talonflame Best Items & Moveset

Best Held Items

Item Explanation
Attack Weight.pngAttack Weight Attack Weight provides Talonflame with additional Attack stat for each goal scored that can help it deal more damage to its targets.
Score Shield.pngScore Shield Score Shield works well with Talonflame's capacity to sneak pass opponents and score points.
Float Stone.pngFloat Stone Float Stone improves Talonflame's mobility and damage, which suits the Speedster role perfectly.
Focus Band.pngFocus Band Focus Band increases Talonflame's defenses as it initiate fights with its moves. The bonus HP recovery is helpful for getting those final hits at the end of a brawl.
Razor Claw.pngRazor Claw Aside from increasing Talonflame's critical hit rate and attack, the bonus slow effect Razor Claw provides is helpful for sticking to targets.

List of Held Items

Best Battle Items

Item Explanation
Goal-Getter.pngGoal-Getter Goal-Getter works great with Talonflame's ability to quickly roam the map and score points.
Eject Button.pngEject Button Eject Button adds more mobility on top of Talonflames highly versatile moves.
X Speed.pngX Speed X Speed provides Talonflame more mobility on top of its moves.
Shedinja Doll.pngShedinja Doll Shedinja Doll allows Talonflame to buy some time for its moves to cooldown while avoiding all damage.

List of Battle Items

Best Moveset

Move Explanation
Fly ImageFly Fly is a flexible move with a high damage potential. Additionally, it can be used in various situations such as sneaking a goal, chasing fleeing targets, and traversing over walls.
Aerial Ace ImageAerial Ace Aerial Ace enables Talonflame to recover a certain amount of HP when the move hits. This adds a sustain mechanic to Talonflame, making up for its fragility.

Both these moves offer a balance of mobility and damage with a bit of sustain. For maximum mobility, learn Flame Charge instead of Aerial Ace. For a more combo-based approach, learn Brave Bird and Aerial Ace so Talonflame can take advantage of the cooldown reduction effect.

Which Moveset Do You Think is Best for Talonflame?

Aerial Ace & Brave Bird 16
Votes
Aerial Ace & Fly 37
Votes
Flame Charge & Brave Bird 7
Votes
Flame Charge & Fly 23
Votes

Let us know why in the comments!

Previous Poll Result

Aerial Ace & Brave Bird 32
Votes
Aerial Ace & Fly 48
Votes
Flame Charge & Brave Bird 5
Votes
Flame Charge & Fly 48
Votes

How to Play Talonflame

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Play Safe Until Level 7

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Reaching  Level 7.png

Talonflame truly shines when it gets access to its powerful, high-damaging moves at Level 7. Here, you can either pick the aggressive Brave Bird or the tactical Fly. Both of these moves greatly improve your ganking power, so make sure to rush your level to 7 before starting to make plays across the map. You can then use the surge in strength to surprise a vulnerable lane and then keep on pressing your advantage from thereon.

Jungler role is Recommended

For the fastest start possible, Taking the jungler role is recommended. Not only will Talonflame benefit from the uncontested farming, but it can also traverse the central area of Theia Sky Ruins efficiently thanks to its movement speed and dash moves. Having access to Acrobatics and Peck during the early game makes farming Wild Pokemon camps easier.

Get the Most Out of Dash Moves

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Strong Entrance with Dash Move.png

Talonflame has an arsenal of Dash moves that give it incredible mobility. Taking advantage of these moves is core to Talonflame's gameplay.

Use Fly to Engage or Disengage from a Fight

Opting for Fly gives Talonflame both a burst move and a means of escape. You can even dodge attacks comepletely if you time the move right. Additionally, your movement speed is increased while using Fly, so most enemies will not be able to catch up to you, which is more true if you use it to go over walls.

Fly: Talonflame Move Effect and Cooldown

Use Brave Bird to Burst Down Opponents

Brave Bird can deal insane amounts of damage but its more useful strength is the distance it covers. You can use Brave Bird to travel to the enemy team's rear, then pick off easy targets to break their formation. Take note that Brave Bird does recoil damage to Talonflame. So, make sure to pick targets that you are certain you can take down fast.

Brave Bird: Talonflame Move Effect and Cooldown

Sneak Points if you have Score-Related Items

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Scoring a Goal

Talonflame can easily go in and out of enemy goal zones thanks to its moves acting as an escape mechanism. Take advantage of this by equipping items that scale up in power like Attack Weight or a Score Shield. Every time you score a goal (maximum of 6) you can gain an extra boost in stats your these items. Use Acrobatics to sneak behind enemy goal lines if no ganks are favorable to score some points and increase Talonflame's power even more!

Learn Damage Move Based on Playstyle

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Knocking Down Zeraora with Flame Charge.png

Talonflame's damage moves are brawl-focused and give you more flexibility when fighting targets. While both moves can be used to deal damage, they have distinct differences that can help you realize your desired playstyle for Talonflame.

Get HP Recovery with Aerial Ace

Aerial Ace is a great sure-hit move that allows Talonflame to reposition itself behind targets. Moreover, the move increases Talonflame's survivability by giving HP recovery each time it hits a target. This helps you stay in the fight longer to deal the final hits. Aerial Ace is best paired with Brave Bird, so you can take advantage of the cooldown reduction effect when you hit targets.

Aerial Ace: Talonflame Move Effect and Cooldown

Get Consistent Mobility with Flame Charge

Flame Charge is a more straightforward damaging move that also acts as an additional source of dash for Talonflame. Using it will also instantly fill Talonflame's boosted attack meter, allowing you to follow up with even more damage. Unlike Aerial Ace, you can use Flame Charge without a target, giving you more flexibility.

Flame Charge: Talonflame Move Effect and Cooldown

Pick your Targets Carefully

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Isolating Glaceon with Flame Sweep

Talonflame's kit excels at diving into fights to burst down enemies in quick succession. This particular Pokemon warrants increased aggression as all of your moves revolve around closing the distance between you and the target to deal high amounts of damage. However, Talonflame's survivability is not that high, especially when it misses its initial burst moves.

Focus on Easy Matchups

Talonflame's initial burst damage is enough to take down single targets. However, Talonflame may be left vulnerable if its target survives. So, make sure to pick targets that are easy matchups or Pokemon who sustained enough damage for a quick knockdown. Additionally, although you can deal AoE damage with your dash moves, it is still best to avoid charging toward grouped enemies, especially when they have full health.

Matchups & Counters for Talonflame

Displace Opponents with Flame Sweep

Flame Sweep can cover a decent amount of range. Use it against the enemy team to push them into disadvantageous positions. This will help contest Boss Pokemon as you can effectively zone enemies out and give your team an opening to secure objectives. After using it, use Fly or Brave Bird to escape, especially if you're alone inside enemy lines.

Flame Sweep: Talonflame Move Effect and Cooldown

Progression and Leveling Guide

Top or Bottom Lane Guide

Level Objectives
1 - 6 • Secure as many Wild Pokemon as you can and get EXP. Steal camps with Acrobatics.
• Steer clear from the enemy Attackers as they can easily pressure Talonflame's HP from afar.
• Once you learn either Flame Charge or Aerial Ace, focus on using them to farm Wild Pokemon camps to reach higher levels. Only engage opponents when you have the advantage.
7 - 9 • Talonflame's mobility drastically increases once it learns Fly or Brave Bird. At this point, use the moves only at easy matchups for quick knockdowns. For objectives, only use the moves to steal and avoid facing them head-on unless you are with your teammates.
• If you have stacking items like Attack Weight or Aeos Cookie, use the moves to get quick scores.
• Do not Use Flame Sweep to engage opponents. Instead, use it to push them towards a bad spot like behind allied goal zones or disengage from losing fights.
10+ • Once you reach level 10, you can face off against even matchups using your move combos. Make sure you land your moves properly as completely missing them will likely result in a loss.
• The next objective spawns are much easier to contest thanks to the increase in damage output you received from move upgrades. Rally your teammates to lead the charge towards securing Regieleki or Regice, Registeel, or Regirock.

Jungle Guide

Level Objectives
1 - 5 • Clear the first wave of jungle camps and level up to level 5. Use Acrobatics to cover more ground while also dealing damage. Then, transition to the lane that is closest to you.
• Hide in the tall grass and wait for the opposing team to over-extend. Engage the opponent with Acrobatics, then immediately follow it up with a Flame Charge or Aerial Ace, for a surprise attack. However, when the gank fails, do not chase targets towards goal zones.
• Help the lane secure the Altaria and Swablus.
• If the opportunity presents itself, score your accumulated Aeos Energy.
6 - 9 • Clear the second wave of jungle camps to reach level 7 and get both of your primary moveset.
• Transition back to a lane and help secure its respective objective.
• Seek out and knock down easy targets like enemy Attackers or Supporters.
10+ • Utilize Flame Sweep's wide knockback to pick off single targets or displace the enemy team for the whole team to take advantage.
• During the final stretch, focus on knocking down opponents instead of Rayquaza.

Talonflame Combos

Quick Attack Combo

Quick Attack Combo
Acrobatics IconPeck IconStandard Attack Icon ~

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Quick Attack Combo.gif
AcrobaticsPeckStandard Attack ~
This is your main ganking combo during the early game. Acrobatics followed by Peck isn't a devastating combo in itself but it allows you to close the gap between yourself and your target so it's a good start for the early game.

Brave Bird Diver Combo

Brave Bird Diver Combo
Brave Bird IconAerial Ace IconStandard Attack IconAerial Ace Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Brave Bird Diver Combo.gif
Brave BirdAerial AceStandard AttackAerial Ace
Brave Bird is a longer initiation tool and it also resets your Aerial Ace or Flame Charge once. Its a great burst tool since it does a high amount of damage and it also increases your DPS by allowing you to use your other skills twice.

Hit and Run Combo

Hit and Run Combo
Fly IconFlame Charge Icon

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame  Hit and Run Combo
This combo focuses on annoying the enemy team and evading enemy skills. Start by activating Fly to make yourself untargetable for a long duration. You can also pass through walls during this period. Then, land on a target the quickly Flame Charge to create distance. This makes Talonflame very slippery and makes it efficient in weaving in and out of fights.

Ultimate Sweep and Shove Combo

Ultimate Sweep and Shove Combo
Fly IconAerial Ace IconFlame Sweep IconStandard Attack Icon ~

Pokemon UNITE - Talonflame Ultimate Sweep and Shove Combo
FlyAerial AceFlame SweepStandard Attack ~
This is a combo you can use to dive from the front and then drag enemies to your team. This will require quick execution as you are still very fragile. Start by using Fly to pick a target. Land in front of them, then activate Aerial Ace to reposition behind them. Quickly activate Flame Sweep to drag them towards a disadvantageous position. Proceed to bombard the target with attacks to finish them off!

Matchups & Counters for Talonflame

Talonflame Matchups

Hard Counter
AegislashBlazikenBuzzwoleClefableMachampTrevenantTsareenaUrshifu
Fair Matchup
AbsolBlastoiseBlisseyCinderaceCrustleDodrioDragoniteGarchompGengarGoodraGreedentGreninjaInteleonLaprasLeafeonLucarioMamoswineMega Mewtwo XMega Mewtwo YMimikyuScizorSlowbroSnorlaxTyranitarUmbreonWigglytuffZacianZeraoraZoroark
Good Matchup
Alolan NinetalesAzumarillChandelureCharizardComfeyCramorantDecidueyeDelphoxDragapultDuraludonEldegossEspeonGardevoirGlaceonHoopaMewMr. MimePikachuSableyeSylveonVenusaur
Matchup Notes
Hard CounterHard Counter Even MatchupEven Matchup Easy MatchupEasy Matchup
1. The chart is based on our own experience playing Talonflame.
2. Pokemon within each tier are unordered
3. Any Pokemon not shown here are still under investigation.

Hard Counter With Heavy Crowd Control

Being a highly mobile Pokemon, Talonflame will have unfavorable matchups against Pokemon that have a combination of disables, high defenses, and high sustain. Once it gets caught, Talonflame will be forced to use its moves defensively.

Best Counters

Pokemon Explanation
Trevenant ImageTrevenant Rating: ★★★★★
• High durability combined with constant HP recovery moves makes Trevenant hard to burst down.
Tsareena ImageTsareena Rating: ★★★★
• Back to Back Stomp or Triple Axel activations via Queenly Majesty quickly depletes Talonflame's HP.
• Pins down Talonflame with Queen Ascendant.
• Can recover lost HP from Talonflame's burst damage with Queenly Majesty heals.
Urshifu ImageUrshifu Rating: ★★★★
• With a proper set up, a charged Wicked Blow easily overwhelms Talonflame and make it retreat.
• With proper timing, Urshifu can dodge Fly with Surging Strikes or Throat Chop then follow up with combos.
Machamp ImageMachamp Rating: ★★★
• Can lock down Talonflame with either Dynamic Punch or Submission when it survives the initial burst damage.

Even Matchups for Talonflame

Talonflame's moves have high burst potential that can make quick work of its targets. However, because of their high cooldown and force engagement, you may be left vulnerable to a counterattack if you either miss or do not knock down the target with combos.

Strike When Weak

Pokemon with High HP
Blastoise Image Blissey Image Crustle Image Goodra Image Greedent Image Lapras Image Mamoswine Image Slowbro Image Snorlax Image Umbreon Image
How to Beat
• Since these Pokemon have innately high HP and defenses, facing them head-on will prove difficult as your burst moves may not be enough for a clean knock down. It is best to wait for their HP to reach low levels before you engage using Brave Bird or Fly for a better chance of winning the brawl. Try to hide in the Tall Grass first and patiently wait for the right opportunity to strike.

Avoid Prolonged Fights

Attackers and Brawlers
Cinderace Image Garchomp Image Greninja Image Inteleon Image Lucario Image Mimikyu Image Scizor Image Wigglytuff Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon have ways of making themselves hard to target. Missing your initial burst move will mostly result in losing the fight, so make sure to make your attacks count.
• Place them at disadvantageous positions like behind an ally goal zone using Flame Sweep.

Outgun and Get the First Strike

Pokemon with Burst Damage
Absol Image Dragonite Image Dodrio Image Gengar Image Leafeon Image Zacian Image Zeraora Image Zoroark Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon have burst moves. While it is a good strategy to bait out their moves, it is best to land the first strike so that they will play defensively. Otherwise, use Fly to dodge or bait their moves and attacks, then deal burst damage.

Easy Matchups for Talonflame

Take advantage of Talonflame's burst moves to dispose of easy targets quickly before they can fight back.

Easy Targets

Pokemon with Low HP
Alolan Ninetales Image Cramorant Image Delphox Image Duraludon Image Sylveon Image Venusaur Image
How to Beat
• These Attacker Pokemon can deal high amounts of damage but lacks proper mobility moves. They are an easy target for you to dive in and burst down quickly, especially when they are stationary.
• Push them towards your team or isolate them using Flame Sweep.

Get Close and Burst Down

Pokemon with Ranged Attacks
Chandelure Image Decidueye Image Dragapult Image Espeon Image Gardevoir Image Glaceon Image Mew Image Pikachu Image Sylveon Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are at an advantage when they are attacking from behind enemy lines. Once you reach when with either Fly or Brave Bird, you can easily pressure them with your combos.
• Push them towards your team or isolate them using Flame Sweep.

Cut Off the Support

Supporter Pokemon
Clefable Image Comfey Image Eldegoss Image Hoopa Image Mr. Mime Image Sableye Image
How to Beat
• These Pokemon are only strong when they are with their teammates. You will mostly find them in the middle of the enemy team as they generate an advantage with their support moves. In a team clash, make sure to take them down first by engaging with either Fly or Brave Bird, then use the same move to get out of danger.

Make them Play Defensively

Pokemon with Low Defense
Azumarill Image Charizard Image
How to Beat
• These All-Rounder Pokemon have low enough defenses, which can easily be exploitedwith just one combo. Landing your initial burst move means that they will use their moves defensively instead of trying to fight back.

Best Teammates for Talonflame

Pokemon Explanation
Machamp ImageMachamp Snorlax ImageSnorlax Wigglytuff ImageWigglytuff Frontline Disablers
Since Talonflame's gameplay is swooping in and out of fights using Fly or Brave Bird, Pokemon that can fight in the frontlines and disable enemies makes it easier for Talonflame to burst down targets. Keeping enemies in place with moves like Submission and Heavy Slam prevents them from dodging Talonflame's moves and ensures they get hit by them.
Gardevoir ImageGardevoir Mr. Mime ImageMr. Mime Urshifu ImageUrshifu High-burst Damage Dealers
Pokemon with high burst damage can deal more than enough damage to allow Talonflame to finish off targets with a single move. Conversely, Talonflame's burst damage should also be enough for them to burst down targets.

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Talonflame Moves

Move Slot 1 (R)

Peck ImagePeck
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Melee
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 5s
Starting Damage: 438
Damage per attack: 146, Number of attacks: 3
Final Damage: 486
Damage per attack: 161, Number of attacks: 3
Has the user fly toward an opposing Pokemon and attack three times.
Aerial Ace ImageAerial Ace
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 5s
Starting Damage: 747
Final Damage: 1531
Has the user fly at the designated opposing Pokemon, dealing damage. When this move hits, it restores a certain amount of the user's HP. Also makes the user's next basic attack a boosted attack.
Upgrade: Increases damage dealt by this move
Flame Charge ImageFlame Charge
(Lv. 5)
Upgrade Lv. 11
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 6.5s
Starting Damage: 676
Final Damage: 1288
Has the user fly in the designated direction while cloaked in flame, attacking opposing Pokemon in its path. When the user hits an opposing Pokemon with this move, it increases the user's movement speed for a short time.
Upgrade: For a short time after this move hits, the user's moves and basic attacks partially ignore opposing Pokemon's Defense.

Move Slot 2 (ZR)

Acrobatics ImageAcrobatics
(Lv. 1 or 3)
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 8s
Starting Damage: 1050
Damage per attack: 350, Number of attacks: 3
Final Damage: 1320
Damage per attack: 436, Number of attacks: 3
Has the user fly toward the designated area and attack multiple times. Allows the user to escape in a direction of its choice after using this move.
Brave Bird ImageBrave Bird
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 8.5s
Starting Damage: 1882
Final Damage: 2956
Has the user dive to the designated location while cloaked in flame, dealing damage to opposing Pokémon in the area of effect. Also deals recoil damage to the user when it hits. Performing a boosted attack within a set amount of time after this move hits will reset the cooldown for Flame Charge or Aerial Ace.
Upgrade: Reduces damage received when this move hits.
Fly ImageFly
(Lv. 7)
Upgrade Lv. 13
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 9s
Starting Damage: 1807
Final Damage: 2773
Has the user fly up into the sky. If used again, has the user dive to the designated area and attack, dealing damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect. When this move hits a Pokemon from the opposing team, its cooldown is reduced. Also makes the user's next basic attack a boosted attack.
Upgrade: Also throws opposing Pokemon when this move hits.

Unite Moves (ZL)

Flame Sweep ImageFlame Sweep
(Lv. 9)
Move Type: Dash
Damage Type: Physical
Cooldown: 89s
Starting Damage: 2180
Damage per instance: 1076, Number of instances: 2
Final Damage: 3088
Damage per instance: 1508, Number of instances: 2
Flies up and swoops down the targeted path dealing damage to opponents and pushing them along the way.

Standard Attack

Standard Attack Image Standard Attack Becomes a boosted attack with every third attack, creating a fiery whirlwind that deals damage to opposing Pokemon in the area of effect. This boosted attack remains readied even if the user leaves combat for a prolonged period of time.

Ability (Passive)

Gale Wings ImageGale Wings All Evolution Stages
When the Pokemon is at high HP, its movement speed is increased.

Talonflame Stats & Evolutions

Talonflame Evolutions

1st Evolution 2nd Evolution Final Evolution
Fletchling.pngFletchling
(Lv. 1)
Fletchling.pngFletchinder
(Lv. 5)
Fletchling.pngTalonflame
(Lv. 7)

Talonflame Stats

Level HP Defense Special Defense Attack Damage
1 3024 58 40 200
2 3071 61 42 207
3 3127 65 45 216
4 3195 70 48 227
5 3440 87 60 265
6 3538 94 65 280
7 3983 125 87 349
8 4124 135 94 371
9 4293 147 102 397
10 4495 161 112 429
11 4738 178 124 467
12 5029 199 138 512
13 5378 224 255 567
14 5797 254 175 632
15 6300 290 200 710

Attack Damage is the damage of the Basic Attack as tested against the Training Dummy.

Talonflame In-Game Stat Listings

Offense Endurance Mobility Scoring Support
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Talonflame Skins (Holowear)

Holowear
TalonflamePilot StylePilot Style
Zirco Trading:
Holowear Ticket 88
Energy Rewards
Odds: 0.5%
TalonflamePurple Unite StylePurple Unite Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350 / Holowear Ticket 18
TalonflameOrange Unite StyleOrange Unite Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350 / Holowear Ticket 18
TalonflameBonfire StyleBonfire Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 350 / Holowear Ticket 18
TalonflameTuxedo StyleTuxedo Style
Zirco Trading:
Aeos Gems 1200
TalonflameGraceful StyleGraceful Style

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Talonflame Achievements

Brave Bird Achievement

Brave Bird
Pokemon Move
Talonflame ImageTalonflame Brave Bird ImageBrave Bird
Mission:
In a single battle, hit Pokemon from the opposing team with a boosted attack after landing a hit with Brave Bird or Brave Bird+ to reduce the cooldown of Aerial Ace, Aerial Ace+, Flame Charge, or Flame Charge+ 5 or more times (5/10/20 battles total)
Medals & Points Rewards
Pokemon UNITE - Beginner Achievement Medal Beginner
Pokemon UNITE - Achievement Points.png 5
Aeos Ticket IconAeos Ticket x100
Pokemon UNITE - Expert Achievement Medal Expert
Pokemon UNITE - Achievement Points.png5
Aeos Coin IconAeos Coin x300
Pokemon UNITE - Master Achievement Medal.png Master
Pokemon UNITE - Achievement Points.png10
Holowear Ticket IconHolowear Ticket x3

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Top 5 Master Rank Picks & Win Rate

All data is based on Season 15 Master Rank Top 100.
Last Updated: November 3, 2023
Pokemon Tier Most Played % Average Win %
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Pokemon UNITE - Inteleon IconInteleon SS Tier 13.8% 72.89%
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